A vibrant and flavorful Puerto Rican hot sauce that brings a spicy kick to your dishes.
Prepare the garlic by peeling the cloves and set them aside.
Using fresh garlic enhances the flavor of the sauce.
Slice the hot peppers lengthwise to fit into the bottle.
Wear gloves to avoid irritation from the pepper's oils.
Place the garlic, peppercorns, salt, bay leaf, cilantro, lime juice, and cumin seeds into the bottle.
Layering the ingredients can help distribute the flavors evenly.
Use a funnel to pour the vinegar into the bottle, covering all the ingredients.
Ensure the ingredients are fully submerged in the vinegar.
Seal the bottle and let it sit at room temperature for two days before using.
The longer it sits, the more intense the flavors will become.
Store the sauce in the refrigerator and replenish with vinegar as needed.
Use a chopstick to remove old peppers when refreshing the sauce.